The People Operations Associate coordinates recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and benefits administration while supporting employee engagement and office operations.
About Until
Until is a moonshot company building a “pause button” for biology. Our near-term focus is organ-scale reversible cryopreservation: preserving donated organs at subzero temperatures without ice formation, then rewarming them uniformly for transplant. By solving this challenge, we are laying the foundation for whole-body reversible cryopreservation, giving patients a bridge to future cures. To achieve our goal, we are assembling an interdisciplinary team to develop perfusion systems, cryoprotectant formulations, and vitrification and rewarming hardware. We envision a future where no transplantable organ is lost to logistics, and no terminal diagnosis is final because patients can safely wait for future medicine to arrive.
About the Role
As a People Operations Associate, you will play a central role in shaping Until’s employee experience as we scale. You’ll work across recruiting, onboarding, performance management, benefits, and office operations—supporting both day-to-day execution and the development of scalable people systems that enable a high-performing team.
This is a hands-on role suited for someone who thrives in fast-moving, early-stage environments and enjoys building structure where little exists.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruiting & Employer Brand:
- Support recruiting strategy across all functions and levels.
- Manage and track our talent pipeline, including referrals, passive candidates, and future hires.
- Coordinate recruiting events (open houses, campus outreach, networking sessions).
- Partner with hiring managers to build efficient, scalable recruiting processes.
- Help promote a compelling employer brand aligned with Until’s mission and values.
- People Programs & Compliance:
- Partner with your manager to run core People programs, including onboarding, performance reviews, promotions, and offboarding.
- Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws.
- Oversee benefits administration, leave policies, and HR documentation.
- Interface with legal counsel on employment agreements and offer letters.
- Support managers with performance conversations, feedback processes, and team dynamics.
- Office Operations & Employee Experience:
- Oversee day-to-day office operations to ensure a welcoming, well-supported environment.
- Manage supplies, IT equipment, and non-lab operational logistics.
- Coordinate company-wide events, team offsites, and in-office gatherings.
- Ensure a smooth experience for in-person employees.
- Help define and uphold team norms, values, and internal policies as the company scales.
- Support organizational development efforts, including reporting structures and internal documentation.
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years of experience in People Operations, HR, or Talent roles in early-stage and high-growth environments.
- High agency and independent problem solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; known for discretion, trust-building, and proactive communication
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt quickly.
- Deep alignment with Until’s mission and values.
Nice to Have
- Background or interest in science, biotech, or research-heavy environments.
- Experience with tools like Gusto, Lever, Notion, and Google Workspace.
Top Skills
Google Workspace
Gusto
Lever
Notion
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